From 70b55f23e9f4783d01f10deffab3bd7377e69d05 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: n0m1s Date: Sat, 11 Jan 2020 15:51:04 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] updated readme --- readme.md | 14 ++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 14 insertions(+) diff --git a/readme.md b/readme.md index c0d145d..3e9cb94 100644 --- a/readme.md +++ b/readme.md @@ -1,6 +1,7 @@ #Lamp A homemade [dawn simulation](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dawn_simulation) lamp. +The time is kept using a real-time clock, coupled with an NTP connection to avoid drift. ##Material - ESP8266-powered board (such as the [Wifi D1 mini](https://robotdyn.com/wifi-d1-mini-esp8266-dev-board-usb-ch340g.html) from RobotDyn) @@ -8,3 +9,16 @@ A homemade [dawn simulation](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dawn_simulation) lamp - Light dimmer (such as [this one](https://robotdyn.com/ac-light-dimmer-module-1-channel-3-3v-5v-logic-ac-50-60hz-220v-110v.html)) - Switches (1 temporary rocker and 1 on-on rocker) - Light bulb + connectors + +##Hardware installation +TODO + +##Software installation +1. Install the [Arduino IDE](https://www.arduino.cc/en/Main/Software) +2. Install the [ESP8266 arduino extension](https://github.com/esp8266/Arduino) + 1. add `https://arduino.esp8266.com/stable/package_esp8266com_index.json` to the "Additional Boards Manager URLs" field in the IDE's preferences + 2. Install the extension via the "boards manager" of the IDE +3. Configure the board (`LOLIN(WEMOS) D1 R2 & mini` if using the one from the "material" section) +4. Compile and Upload to the board +5. Copy the `settings.ini` file to the SD card (and change the settings if needed) +6. Power up everything